€110m scheme to help victims of institutional abuse

A scheme has been launched to assist people who, as children, experienced abuse in institutions in Ireland and who received awards either through the Residential Institutions Redress Board or in the courts.

Managed by a statutory body called Caranua, it is supported by a fund of €110m pledged by religious congregations.

“Caranua is committed to making a real difference to the lives of survivors,” said chief executive Mary Higgins.